Expanding Bioactive Extracts to Novel Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of bioactive extracts from medicinal fungal species to create innovative solutions for agriculture, water quality, sustainable building materials, and aquaculture.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on the antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antiprotozoal, and immune-boosting activities of bioactive extracts for human health. However, the increasing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions in various industries necessitates exploring new applications for this technology. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by applying the bioactive extracts to entirely different industries, providing novel solutions for pressing problems.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims describe systems and methods for utilizing bioactive extracts from medicinal fungal species in various industries. For instance, claim 1 describes a system for enhancing agricultural crop yields by combining the extract with a fruit extract. Claim 2 outlines a method for reducing pesticide use in farming by applying a composition with antifungal and antibacterial activities. Similarly, claims 3-5 detail systems and methods for improving water quality, creating sustainable building materials, and reducing antibiotic use in aquaculture, respectively. These novel applications capitalize on the unique properties of the bioactive extracts to provide innovative solutions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in the application of bioactive extracts from medicinal fungal species to new industries, use cases, and problems. The inventive step is the recognition of the potential for these extracts to address pressing issues in agriculture, water quality, sustainable building materials, and aquaculture, and the development of systems and methods to harness this potential.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different medicinal fungal species, varying the composition of the extract, or combining the extract with other natural or synthetic compounds. Variations could involve adapting the systems and methods for use in different geographic regions, climates, or industries.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The commercial potential of this inventive concept is substantial, with applications in agriculture, water quality management, construction, and aquaculture. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking sustainable, environmentally friendly solutions to pressing problems in these industries.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K36/074 |
| A | A61 | A61K36/185 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/333 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biotechnology and natural product extraction, specifically focused on medicinal fungal extracts with biological activity, encompassing pharmaceutical, agricultural, and environmental applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degrees in microbiology, biotechnology, or chemical engineering, possessing expertise in natural product extraction techniques, biological activity screening, and interdisciplinary applications of fungal extracts
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the inherent versatility of medicinal fungal extracts based on their demonstrated broad-spectrum biological activities. The source patent establishes a foundational method for extracting bioactive compounds with multiple functional properties. Extending these properties to novel industrial applications represents a predictable and logical progression consistent with standard biotechnological research and development practices.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,587 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bioactive extract |